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Boy's Fight Against Rare Disease, Higher Taxes Coming Top News

Also this week, a local priest reflects on Pope Francis' election, an ambulance crash sends several to the hospital and council looks into field sponsorships to raise money.

7-Year-Old's Tragic Battle Against Illness Inspires Others

Seven-year-old Sean Fischel was always smiling. Even when he was laid up in a hospital bed, clinging desperately to life, he found a way to appreciate life and the love around him. Here’s our three-part series.

Township Budget Holds Tax Increase

Stuck between a rock and a hard place—raise taxes vs. deplete the township's surplus—council compromised Thursday night, opting to move forward with a budget that raises taxes 1.5 percent.

A Moorestown ambulance crashed on the way to the hospital Thursday night when it tried to pass another vehicle, sending five people to the hospital, according to police.

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Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio is the first non-European pope in a millennia and the first-ever Latin American pontiff. What do you think of the selection?

Council Checks Out Plans for Field Sponsorships

Members of council are excited at the prospect of raising new revenue, but want to make sure they're doing it tastefully.

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Century 21 Moves Out of Historic Main Street Home

The real estate agency will move its offices down the road, while a local entrepreneur takes steps to preserve the 19th century property.

Every Dog Has Its (Pay) Day

Adopting an abused dog is not without its risks ... or its rewards.

Perkins Among Burlco Projects Recommended for State Grants

The Moorestown-based arts center is in line to receive a $34,500 historic-preservation grant.

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